Choosing Your Style: Classic vs Modern Sunglasses for Men
It’s been said that anything is only as good as its weakest part. So, if you’ve been creating some of your best, most put-together outfits but then adding that same old, tired pair of sunglasses the second you leave the house, it might be time to consider updating your shades. While in pursuit of the perfect frame, you’ll probably ask yourself, “Classic or modern?”
Truth be told, there’s a case to be made for both options; whether you’re looking for styles to complement your polished workwear or something that channels your vacation state of mind for an upcoming beach trip, both classic and modern sunglasses offer virtues suited to any style.
To determine what will serve you best, get to know some defining characteristics of classic and modern sunglasses for men.
Classic Sunglasses
Classic sunglasses are the enduringly stylish frames that looked as fantastic on Carey Grant in a Hitchcock film in the ‘50s as they do today on an A-list celebrity walking the red carpet. Whether it’s a sharp, square-framed wayfarer, like our DEALER’S CHOICE sunglasses, or inherently cool aviators, the tried-and-true eyewear heroes will always be iconic. But classic doesn’t mean boring. Funkier styles, such as the iconic rounded sunglasses worn by legends like John Lennon, have also solidified their position as a classic.
Regardless of your style tendencies, from rustic cowboy attire to crisp linen suits and absolutely everything in between, classic sunglasses just work.
Modern Sunglasses
With all the qualities of the classics in mind, we can’t deny that change is a good thing. Modern sunglasses disrupt the landscape of expected shapes and styles with up-to-the-minute designs that effectively turn heads. Whether it’s a bolder, oversized version of wayfarers like our LET IT RUN frames or a clean-lined, updated iteration of aviators like our LOCALS ONLY frames, modern sunglasses lend a sense of relevance and it-guy style to all your looks. If you’re the first to jump onto the latest denim trend or can’t get enough of the smell of fresh-out-of-the-box sneakers, then modern sunglasses are for you.
Whatever you choose, your sunglasses should be of the highest quality and feel authentic to your style. Find more inspiration in our men’s 2024 trend report, or see the big picture and shop our complete collection of men’s sunglasses.
